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Murrow faculty visit Armenia to share expertise on media technology and coverage of humanitarian crises Bimbisar Irom and Porismita Borah spent a week at the American University of Armenia training journalists as part of a partnership to launch a new journalism master’s program.

.@murrowcollege.bsky.social's Bimbisar Irom and Porismita Borah spent a week at the American University of Armenia training journalists as part of a partnership to launch a new journalism master’s program.
news.wsu.edu/news/2025/07... #WSU #GoCougs

WSU researcher receives grant to turn waste methane into valuable products Qiaowan Chang has been awarded a grant from the American Chemical Society to develop a more efficient method for converting waste methane into useful chemicals.

Qiaowan Chang has been awarded a grant from the American Chemical Society to develop a more efficient method for converting waste methane into useful chemicals.
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She's been here before, maybe she'll come back?! These pics are from October 2007 in Beasley Coliseum. #GoCougs

Color outdoor photo of a performer on a stage with a guitar with his back to the camera. A large crowd is in front with a blue/green glass atrium lit up in the background.

Cougs! The University Events team wants to know what act, band, concert, performance, speaker or entertainer you'd like to see visit @pullman.wsu.edu? Reply w/comment or send us a DM. We'll forward the responses to the right people🎶🎭🎤 #WSU #GoCougs

WSU helps uncover role of inland and coastal waters in nitrogen fixation Tri-Cities researcher participates in global study finding that overlooked ecosystems produce significant nitrogen.

A global study co-authored by a WSU Tri-Cities researcher reveals that lakes, rivers, wetlands, and coastal waters fix far more nitrogen than previously thought — about 15% of Earth’s total. news.wsu.edu/news/2025/07... #WSU

Recycled materials tiny house design wins award WSU researchers won an international award for their study on using drywall waste technology for building affordable tiny homes in the Seattle area.

#WSU researchers won an international award for their study on using drywall waste technology for building affordable tiny homes in the Seattle area. news.wsu.edu/news/2025/07... #GoCougs

WSU students contemplate design and activism in Berlin The Digital Technology and Culture Department returned to Germany for their second annual Summer Study Abroad trip, leading students on an exploration of the creative and cultural landscape of one of ...

The Digital Technology and Culture Department returned to Germany for their second annual Summer Study Abroad trip, leading students on an exploration of the creative and cultural landscape of one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.
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Summer views of @pullman.wsu.edu 😻 #WSU #GoCougs

WSU alum competes for Team USA at Rowing World Cup Cedar Cunningham had never been in a rowing shell when he joined Cougar Crew. The alum recently competed in Europe for the U.S. National Team.

Cedar Cunningham had never been in a rowing shell when he joined Cougar Crew. The alum recently competed in Europe for the U.S. National Team. news.wsu.edu/news/2025/07... #WSU #GoCougs

This adult #osprey was found with low levels of lead in its system—likely from ingesting contaminated fish or fishing tackle. Thanks to the dedicated work of our #wildlife veterinarians, the bird made a full recovery and was released near its original rescue site. #WSUVetMed #WSU #GoCougs

Bacteria hijack tick cell defenses to spread disease Discovery by WSU researchers may help develop ways of eliminating the infectious bacteria in ticks before they spread to humans.

Discovery by @wsuvetmed.bsky.social researchers may help develop ways of eliminating the infectious bacteria in ticks before they spread to humans. news.wsu.edu/press-releas... #GoCougs

OFFICIAL: The new Pac-12 just got bigger. 😼

#TXST x #BackThePac

Two months until we're back at Gesa Field! wsucougars.com/sports/footb... 🐾🏈 #WSU #GoCougs

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We love free @pullman.wsu.edu events, like Fridays at the Clock, hosted by the School of Music! Find additional events at 6:30 p.m. on July 25 and August 22! music.wsu.edu/fridays-at-t... 🎶 #WSU #GoCougs

Capital projects get green light A half dozen capital projects - ranging from minor restoration and renewal to new buildings that’ll transform campus skylines - were approved by members of the Washington State University Board of Reg...

A half dozen capital projects – ranging from minor restoration and renewal to new buildings that’ll transform campus skylines – were approved by members of the #WSU Board of Regents earlier this month.
news.wsu.edu/news/2025/06... 🚧 #GoCougs

Logo for Washington State 4-H Teen Conference 2025 showing red flag with "2025" and the WSU cougar head logo next to apple tree on green, illustrated hillside. "Growing Your Opportunities" wording is arched across the top. Two 4-H logos are in each of the bottom corners.

A big welcome to all the 4-H’ers, volunteers & staff who've come from all over the state to @pullman.wsu.edu for the annual, week-long 4-H Teen Conference! #GoCougs

Summer’s dark side WSU biochemist Michael Smerdon explains how sunlight can damage DNA and increase skin cancer risk—making sun protection more essential than ever.

#WSU biochemist Michael Smerdon explains how sunlight can damage #DNA and increase skin cancer risk—making sun protection more essential than ever. news.wsu.edu/news/2025/06... ☀️

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Happy #NationalMascotDay to Butch T Cougar! 🐾 #WSU #GoCougs

As U.S. butterfly populations plummet, scientists map a road to recovery A new national report co-authored by WSU biologist Cheryl Schultz offers the first comprehensive recovery plan for U.S. butterflies, outlining habitat-based conservation actions.

A new national report co-authored by #WSU biologist Cheryl Schultz offers the first comprehensive recovery plan for U.S. butterflies, outlining habitat-based conservation actions.
news.wsu.edu/news/2025/06... 🦋

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New Coug Orientation is here! Today, we have new @pullman.wsu.edu students from Colorado, Kansas, California, Florida, Idaho, Washington & more! We’ll be holding sessions all summer! orientation.wsu.edu 🐾 #WSU #GoCougs

We’re so excited to see all the
new Cougs this summer at New Coug Orientation! orientation.wsu.edu 🐾 #WSU #GoCougs

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On Saturday, we welcomed almost 60 new Cougs at Hawai‘i New Coug Orientation. It features @pullman.wsu.edu staff & alumni centering on student experiences as they prepare for the transition to college and life in #Pullman. orientation.wsu.edu/register-for... 📸: Oscar Ramiscal 🐾 #GoCougs

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Fall 2025 housing assignments are rolling out, so we want to know: What's your favorite @pullman.wsu.edu residence hall (past or present) and why? housing.wsu.edu/home/ 🐾 #WSU #GoCougs

WSU Board of Regents host special meeting June 5 Following public comment, regents will hear two information items before diving into more than a dozen action items as part of the virtual meeting.

Regents will hear two info items before diving into more than a dozen action items. Among these action items are updates to capital projects across the university, supplemental budget requests, and budget approvals for the university as well as Cougar Athletics. news.wsu.edu/press-releas... #WSU

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Reminder: Stadium Way will be fully closed June 2-6 for paving between Cougar Way & Wilson Road. Please follow detour signs and find alternate routes this week. news.wsu.edu/announcement... 🚗 #WSU #GoCougs

Study: Emotional responses crucial to attitudes about self-driving cars Simply knowing how autonomous vehicles work isn't the only factor when people weigh whether to use them.

#WSU study: Simply knowing how autonomous vehicles work isn’t the only factor when people weigh whether to use them. news.wsu.edu/press-releas... 🚗

Let us know ⬇ if you prefer @pullman.wsu.edu days or nights? ☀️🌙 #GoCougs

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The Spring 2025 President's Honor Roll is now available! Congrats to our hard working Cougs!➡️ president.wsu.edu/honor-roll/ 🐾 #WSU #GoCougs

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It’s a gorgeous day on campus 😍 #WSU #GoCougs

Color outdoor photo showing a large group of pop people standing for a photo on the Glenn Terrell Mall on the WSU Pullman campus.

Color indoor photo showing people standing in front of a door and people going through the door. A large sign above reads "Bienvenido's Familia Cougs!"

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We hosted La Bienvenida New Coug Orientation this weekend! The session for families is completely in Spanish & students follow their own separate programming in English. Learn more about this program ➡️ orientation.wsu.edu/register-for... 📸: Dean Hare, #WSU Photo Services. 🐾 #GoCougs